Bharatanatyam

by Lewis J. Whittington for The Dance Journal A trip to the Asian Arts Initiative gallery and performance space on Vine St. is always a reminder that multi-culturalism in the arts is a vital aspect […]

Three Aksha is known for their innovative approach to presenting the tradition and heritage of Indian culture and art, Three Aksha brings the beautiful intricacies of Indian dance and music to public audiences in “Sajeeva”: A Unique […]

Known for their innovative approach to presenting the tradition and heritage of Indian culture and art, Three Aksha brings the beautiful intricacies of Indian dance and music to public audiences in “Natyashastra: the Oldest Surviving […]

by Lewis J. Whittington for The Dance Journal Three Aksha Dance Company artistic director Viji Rao’s devised a dazzling program of traditional and contemporary Indian dance titled “samAni” at the Painted Bride July 3. The […]

by Gregory King for The Dance Journal A deeply complex practice, Bharatanatyam conjures, history, politics, and culture. Known for its grace, subtlety, and sculptured poses, Bharatanatyam is said to be one of the oldest classical […]

Sruti, The India Music and Dance Society presents the first Philadelphia-area performance by internationally acclaimed dancer Malavika Sarukkai on April 12. The New York Times hails the “clarity of Ms. Sarukkai’s dancing, her ability to […]

Usiloquy Dance Designs presents Chaat Chaat challenges the conventional perception of Indian classical dance Bharatanatyam, reinterpreting it as a powerful social language that encourages a dialogue in the community about the universal links between dance, […]

Alarmel Valli is an internationally acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer whose work reveals the infinite spaces within the traditional form. In her choreography, she draws on her knowledge of music and the rich vocabulary of […]

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